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 More Water Returns to Historic Wetlands
Pioneering wetland restoration action continues at Williamson River Delta Preserve on Oregon's Upper Klamath Lake. Following last fall's explosive efforts, heavy machinery breached six additional levees this fall, flooding 200-400 acres. As lake levels rise this winter, about 2,200 acres will flood and begin reverting to wetlands, benefiting endangered fish and other wildlife and improving the lake's water quality.
 Can Dogs Help Save Rare Plants?
See video and photos of Rogue the dog, part of a Nature Conservancy collaborative project to test the efficacy of using dogs to sniff out threatened Kincaid’s lupine. The plant is host to the endangered Fender’s blue butterfly, found only in the Willamette Valley.
The Inside Story
To learn about what we've been working on lately, download our Fall 2008 Oregon newsletter. Contents include the Conservancy's first-ever preserve in Yamhill County, questions we’re addressing about how to help fish, wildlife and ecosystems adapt to global warming, and volunteer efforts to restore riparian habitats on the Middle Fork John Day and Sandy rivers. Our 2009 Natural History Excursion brochure—with an array of cruises, hikes, birding opportunities and rafting trips—was the issue's insert.
 New Preserve Protects Willamette Valley Habitats
The Nature Conservancy has established Yamhill Oaks, a new nature preserve in rolling hills west of McMinnville, to safeguard oak and prairie habitats increasingly at risk in the Willamette Valley. Learn more about the northern valley's first-ever protected area for the endangered Fender’s blue butterfly.
 The Power to Save Oregon's Salmon
You care about the Earth so you recycle, drive as little as possible and, perhaps, buy green power. But did you know your electric bill can help protect and restore salmon habitats in Oregon? Contributions go into the Salmon Habitat Fund, which The Nature Conservancy distributes to cost-effective on-the-ground projects. Sign up today, and help save Oregon’s salmon!
News from our Natural World
Members and partners of The Nature Conservancy are making a difference across Oregon and beyond, protecting important lands and waters for nature and people. For highlights of our conservation work and to read about Conservation Leadership Award winners, volunteer heroes, financial information and more, download our Oregon Annual Report.
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Announcements
The Nature Conservancy Applauds Klamath Agreement
The Nature Conservancy Bestows Eighth Annual Conservation Leadersip Awards
Places We Protect
Unparalleled for the extent, quality and diversity of its native habitats, the Boardman Grasslands harbor Oregon's largest viable population of the endangered Washington ground squirrel. Located in north central Oregon, the preserve also includes the Oregon Trail's largest remaining intact segment.
More Preserves >>
Volunteer
Want to experience nature, and learn about imperiled species and wild habitats, while working alongside others who love nature? The Nature Conservancy offers lots of ways to lend nature a hand!
Find out how you can help.
Field Trips
The Nature Conservancy has been creating nature-based travel adventures since the late 1980s. Upcoming trips include a chance to witness hundreds of bald eagles in their Klamath Basin wintering habitat, and a wildlife cruise through Mexico's Sea of Cortez.
Take an Adventure! >>
Monthly Updates
Join the Conservancy's Great Places Network, and stay current with monthly e-mail updates on our work in Oregon and beyond.
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